Russell Township council has given an Ottawa nonprofit housing developer a cool reception to its proposal to tear down the municipality’s arenas and build up to 267 housing units including a potential six-storey building on the site of the Russell Arena.
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Four-way stops have reduced collisions at two rural intersections in Russell Township, an OPP sergeant says, as councillors press for a closer look at safety along Route 200.
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Go behind the scenes as the Russell Association for the Performing Arts rehearses Inherit the Wind. The Rustler visits the production and speaks with director Bill McInnis about bringing the courtroom drama to the stage.
Watch the video and read the storyCouncillor Marc Lalonde reflected on four years of service to Russell Township and thanked his colleagues and municipal staff in farewell remarks at the Oct. 19 special council meeting. Mayor Mike Tarnowski responded with a tribute to Lalonde’s commitment to the community.
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As Canada warms, research points to greater drought risks and questions about future water supplies.
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The township is targeting Dec. 11 for arena and community-hall occupancy and Feb. 14 for the aquatic facility. Public opening will follow testing, training and preparations.
Read storyWhy getting the keys doesn't mean the recreation complex is ready to open
Nick Gallagher’s decision to stop campaigning has raised a question: does Russell still have an election?
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Nick Gallagher says having to end his Russell Township council campaign has been heartbreaking, and he would resign his seat if voters still elected him.
Read storyLimoges residents may notice reduced water pressure or discoloured tap water during hydrant flushing scheduled from Oct. 19 to 30, The Nation Municipality says.
The work is scheduled between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. and also covers St-Isidore. Flushing clears water mains and checks hydrant operation, but can temporarily stir up sediment.
Residents who notice discolouration should let their tap run for five to 10 minutes before using it, the municipality advises. Its water and wastewater department will check water quality during the work to ensure it remains safe to drink.
Street-by-street timing is unavailable because crews also have regular operational duties during that period.
Source: The Nation Municipality
Russell Township will restrict comments on its social-media platforms after a lengthy council debate Sept. 28 over where a municipal government should draw the line between encouraging public discussion and moderating comments it considers discriminatory.
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The Prescott and Russell Residence will welcome residents to its new Hawkesbury home Oct. 21 and 22, more than five years after the $93-million redevelopment project began in February 2021.
The United Counties of Prescott and Russell council has adopted an artificial intelligence framework aimed at protecting residents’ information and keeping staff accountable, as administrators warn implementation will require more resources.
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Road changes, safer walking and cycling routes, and a look at public transit form part of the municipality’s long-term planning. Residents can comment until Nov. 2.
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Acclaimed for another term, Mike Tarnowski says he is looking forward to the work ahead — but has already decided there won't be another campaign after this one.
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Russell Township and The Nation are weighing a shared mechanical plant as growth puts pressure on their existing systems.
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The study is examining local connections and several service models, with recommendations expected in December.
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Police are warning eastern Ontario residents about fake cellphone offers and counterfeit marketplace payments.
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Results from the Sept. 26 Prescott-Russell Recreational Trail Challenge in Hammond.
Read storyThe Russell Run Club is preparing for its 15th annual Russell Run on Oct. 24 and a November gathering to recognize the volunteers and members behind its activities.
Read storyCouncil received the committee’s term-end update as members discussed sharing Russell’s youth-engagement experience across Prescott-Russell.
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Treasurer Sébastien Dagenais says the diversified borrowing plan can save millions while spreading future refinancing risk.
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Council’s strategic discussion will help shape a feasibility-study report. It did not approve a route, fare or transit service.
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Council carried a direction to include a requested funding increase in budget work; it did not approve money for the trail.
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Lighting, landscaping, bike facilities and a trail realignment are planned at Notre-Dame and Blais.
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Coun. Lisa Deacon called it a “keystone arts event” and argued the organizers needed an answer before festival weekend.
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The public EOHU statement did not identify a community or patient, and no public source identifies a connection to Russell Township.
Read storyPRCDC says it is already working to make sure the region gets its “fair share” of federal assistance.
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EORN says 346 new wireless sites were built and 311 existing sites upgraded with 5G equipment.
A proposed five-day extension was defeated, leaving the Township’s existing 10-day notice period in place.
Read storyMinor-variance notices and supporting information are to become easier to find online while mailed notice remains in place.
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